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Prime Minister's Office
PM addresses 17th ASEAN India Summit
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today participated in the 17thASEAN-India Summit at the invitation of H.E. Nguyen Xuan Phuc, Prime Minister of Vietnam, the current Chair of ASEAN.The Summit, which saw the participation of all ten ASEAN Member States, was conducted in virtual format.
Speaking at the Summit, Prime Minister underlined the centrality of ASEAN in India's Act East Policy. He noted that a cohesive, responsive and prosperous ASEAN is central to India's Indo-Pacific Vision and contributes to Security And Growth for All in the Region . The Prime Minister underscored the importance of strengthening convergence between India's Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and the ASEAN Outlook on Indo-Pacific, to ensure a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. He also invited the ASEAN countries to cooperate on various pillars of India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative .
On COVID-19, the Prime Minister highlighted India's response and broader support to the international community, and welcomed ASEAN's initiatives to fight the pandemic. Prime Minister announced a contribution of US$ 1 million to the COVID-19 ASEAN Response Fund.
The Prime Minister also underscored the importance of greater physical and digital connectivity between ASEAN and India and reiterated India's offer of US$ 1 billion Line of Credit to support ASEAN connectivity. On trade and investment, he underlined the importance of diversification and resilience of supply chains for post-COVID economic recovery.
The ASEAN leaders acknowledged India’s contribution towards promoting peace and stability in the region and welcomed India’s support to ASEAN centrality. The Leaders also welcomed the adoption of the new ASEAN-India Plan of Action for 2021-2025.
The discussions also covered regional and international issues of common interest and concern, including South China Sea and terrorism. Both sides noted the importance of promoting a rules-based order in the region including through upholding adherence to international law, especially the UNCLOS. The leaders affirmed the importance of maintaining and promoting peace, stability, safety and security in the South China Sea,and ensuring freedom of navigation and overflight.
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Ministry of Finance
GST Revenue collection in the month of April 2018 exceeds Rs. 1 Lakh Crore
The total Gross GST revenue collected in the month of April 2018 is Rs.1,03,458 crore of which CGST is Rs18,652 crore, SGST is Rs.25,704 crore, IGST is Rs. 50,548 crore  and Cess is Rs.8554 crore . The total number of GSTR 3B Returns filed for the month of March up to 30th April, 2018 is 60.47 lakh as against 87.12 lakh, who are eligible to file the Return for the month of March, which is 69.5%.
April was also the month for filing of Quarterly Return for Composition Dealers. Out of 19.31 lakh Composition Dealers, 11.47 lakh have filed their Quarterly Return  which is 59.40% and have paid total tax of Rs.579 crores, which is included in the above figure of Rs.1.03 lakh crore of total GST collection.
The buoyancy in the tax revenue of GST reflects the upswing in the economy and better compliance. However, it is usually noticed that in the last month of the Financial Year, people also try to pay arrears of some of the previous months also and, therefore, this month’s revenue cannot be taken as trend for the future.
The total revenue earned by the Central Government and the State Governments after settlement in the month of April, 2018 is Rs.32,493 crore for CGST and Rs.40,257 crore for the SGST.
Ministry of Rural Development
102 Community Resource Persons-Enterprise Promotion  certified in a week as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
- Cadre of Community Resource Persons-Enterprise Promotion  provides Business Support Services in rural areas
- CRP-EPs are trained before they start working with the entrepreneurs, the training is a mix of classroom and field trainings.
As part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, under Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme, 102 Community Resource Persons – Enterprise Promotion  were certified during 29th Oct – 4thNov, 2021.
Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme , the sub-scheme under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission  programme supports the Self-Help Group  members and their family members to set-up small enterprises in the non-farm sector.
SVEP develops an eco-system for enterprise development in rural areas consisting of Community Enterprise Fund  for enterprise funding, Cadre of Community Resource Persons-Enterprise Promotion  for providing Business Support Services which includes preparation of business plans, trainings, accessing loans from Banks etc. and dedicated centre at block level for providing information to entrepreneurs.
CRP-EPs are selected from the community where the programme is being implemented as they understand the local context and their familiarity with the NRLM eco-system. CRP-EPs along with the Block Programme Manager  and the Mentor are the key human resources at the block level for implementing the programme. They play an important role for Orientation of CBOs on Enterprise development, business plan preparation, market linkages and handholding support to entrepreneurs.
CRP-EPs are trained before they start working with the entrepreneurs, the training is a mix of classroom and field trainings. The total duration is for 56 days. Once they undergo training in one component through class room sessions, they have components of field work where they attempt to put into practice some of the learnings.
During these certification events, CRP-EPs shared their experience of enterprise promotion in rural areas under the SVEP scheme. They also discussed about the various training, capacity building and regular hand holdingprovided to them under the scheme to understand steps to do business and making it successful and also creating strong market linkages for rural enterprises.
President's Secretariat
ENVOYS OF FOUR NATIONS PRESENT CREDENTIALS TO PRESIDENT OF INDIA THROUGH VIDEO CONFERENCE
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, accepted credentials from Ambassadors/High Commissioners of the Republic of Colombia, Uruguay, Jamaica and Republic of Armenia today  in a virtual ceremony. Those who presented their credentials were:
1. H.E. Ms. Mariana Pacheco Montes, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia
2. H.E. Mr. Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla, Ambassador of Uruguay
3. H.E. Mr. Jason Keats Matthew Hall, High Commissioner of Jamaica
4. H.E. Mr. Youri Babakhanyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia
Speaking on the occasion, the President conveyed his good wishes to the envoys on their appointment. He said that India enjoyed warm and friendly relations with all the countries and that our ties were deeply rooted in a common vision of peace and prosperity.
President Kovind noted that India has been at the forefront in the global efforts to forge a decisive and coordinated response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure our collective health and economic well-being. He further stated that as ‘Pharmacy of the World’, India has assisted several countries with supply of essential medicines and equipment in the global fight against Covid.
The Ambassadors/High Commissioners conveyed good wishes on behalf of their leaderships and reiterated their commitment to continue working to strengthen their ties with India.
Ministry of Defence
WESTERN AIR COMMAND COMMANDERS’ CONCLAVE
Western Air Command Commanders’ Conclave was held on 24 Feb 22 at Subroto Park, New Delhi. The conclave was attended by Commanders of all bases under Western Air Command .Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff was received by Air Marshal Amit Dev, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief WAC and was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour on his arrival at the Command Headquarters.
In his address, Chief of the Air Staff emphasised the necessity to enhance operational preparedness and directed the Commanders to ensure operational readiness of all platforms, weapon systems and assets. He stressed on the need for root cause analysis of all accidents and incidents, improve maintenance practices to boost mission effectiveness besides maintaining impregnable physical and cyber security at all times. He praised WAC for the quantum of flying carried out and urged all Commanders to continue their efforts towards providing a safe operational flying environment.
President's Secretariat
PRESS COMMUNIQUE
The President of India is pleased to make the following appointments/ changes:-
 Shri Kalraj Mishra, Governor of Himachal Pradesh is transferred and appointed as Governor of Rajasthan
 Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari as Governor of Maharashtra
 Shri Bandaru Dattatraya as Governor of Himachal Pradesh
 Shri Arif Mohammed Khan as Governor of Kerala
 Dr Tamilisai Soundararajan as Governor of Telangana
2. The above appointments will take effect from the dates they assume charge of their respective offices.
Ministry of Power
Power Equipment Manufacturing Scheme
In order to reduce import dependence with regard to power and renewable energy equipment and to promote the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, a “Scheme for Setting up Manufacturing Zones for Power and Renewable Energy Equipment” has been proposed.
It is proposed to set up three Manufacturing Zones over a period of three years. Assistance will be given to these Manufacturing Zones for the purpose of setting up of the Common Infrastructure Facilities  and Common Testing Facilities . The selection criteria for these Manufacturing Zones is yet to be finalized.
This information was given by Union Minister for Power and New and Renewable Energy , Shri R.K. Singh in a written reply in Rajya Sabha Today.
Special Service and Features
Women to be given more opportunities in Rozgar Melas: Union Minister of State Rameswar Theli
Union Minister of State for Labour Shri Rameswar Theli said that the Government is actively considering to giving more opportunities to women in Rozgar Melas.He was distributing the appointment orders in Thiruvananthapuram as part of the third phase of Rozgar Mela, a central scheme to provide employment to ten lakh people. The minister said that Government's top priority is to create more employment opportunities. Shri. Rameshwarar Theli told the new recruits that as they are appointed on the 75th year of Independence, they will get a chance to witness the India of 2047.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Rozgar Mela through video conferencing and interacted with the appointees. Recruitment involved central government institutions such as Railways, VSSC, EPFO, NSO, Department of Posts, Bank of Beroda, Punjab National Bank. From the 108 people appointed from Thiruvananthapuram region, 25 people received appointment orders from Union Minister of State Shri. Rameshwarar Theli . Remaining orders were given by the higher officials of their respective departments.
Chief Commissioner of Income Tax Department Shri R. Govindarajan, Principal Commissioner of Income Tax Department Smt VS Sreelekha, Commissioner of Customs  Shri TG Venkatesh, Director of Posts Smt. M R Viji ,EPFO Additional Central PF Commissioner Dr. Anil O K among others were present on the occasion.
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English Translation of Opening Remarks by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi at the 2nd India-Australia Virtual Summit
My Dear friend Scott, Namaskar!
I am grateful to you for your wishes for the Holi festival and the election victory.
On behalf of all Indians, I convey my condolences for the loss of life and property caused by floods in Queensland and New South Wales.
During our last virtual summit, we elevated our relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. And I am happy that, today, we are establishing the mechanism of annual summits between the two countries. This will create a structural mechanism of regular review of our relationship.
Excellency,
Our relations have made remarkable progress in the last few years. Trade and investment, defence and security, education and innovation, science and technology – we have very close cooperation in all these areas. Our collaboration has grown rapidly in many other areas, such as critical minerals, water management, renewable energy, and Covid-19 research.
I heartly welcome the announcement of the establishment of the Centre of Excellence for Critical and Emerging Technology Policy in Bengaluru. It is imperative that we have better cooperation between us in cyber and critical and emerging technologies. It is the responsibility of countries with similar values like us to adopt appropriate global standards in these emerging technologies.
Excellency,
Our Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement – "CECA", on this, as you said, I also want to say that remarkable progress has been made in a very short time. I am confident that the remaining issues will also be agreed upon soon. The early completion of "CECA" will be crucial for our economic relations, economic revival and economic security.
There is also good cooperation between us in Quad. Our cooperation reflects our commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Quad's success is very important for regional and global stability.
Excellency,
I would like to especially thank you for taking the initiative to return ancient Indian artefacts. And the artifacts that you have sent include hundreds of years old idols and paintings illegally smuggled from Rajasthan, West Bengal, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh as well as many other Indian states. And for this I express special gratitude to you on behalf of all Indians. Now all the idols and other things that you have given us back will be returned to their original place. On behalf of all Indian citizens, I once again express my heartfelt gratitude to you for this initiative.
Many congratulations to you for the excellent performance of the Australian women's cricket team in the Cricket World Cup. In Saturday's match, Australia won, but the tournament is not yet over. My best wishes to the teams of both the countries.
Excellency,
Once again, I express my pleasure for having the opportunity to exchange views with you today.
Now I want to end the open session by thanking friends from the media. After this, after a few moments of pause, I would like to put forth my views on the next agenda item.
UPSC
Union Public Service Commission Combined Defence Services Examination , 2019 – Declaration of Final Result thereof
The following are the lists, in order of merit of 129 candidates who have qualified on the basis of the results of the Combined Defence Services Examination , 2019 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission in February, 2019 and SSB interviews held by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence for admission to the 148th Course of Indian Military Academy, Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad  Training Course i.e. No. 207 F  Course.
There are some common candidates in the three lists for various courses.
The number of vacancies, as intimated by the Government is 100 for Indian Military Academy [including 13 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ certificates  holders], 45 for Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala Executive [including 06 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders ] and 32 for Air Force Academy, Hyderabad.
The Commission had recommended 2726, 1609 and 643 as qualified in the written test for admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Air Force Academy respectively. The number of candidates finally qualified are those after SSB test conducted by Army Head Quarters.
The results of Medical examination have not been taken into account in preparing these lists.
Verification of date of birth and educational qualifications of these candidates is still under process by the Army Headquarters. The candidature of all these candidates is, therefore, Provisional on this score. Candidates are requested to forward their certificates, in original, in support of Date of Birth/Educational qualification etc. claimed by them, along with Photostat attested copies thereof to Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters, as per their first choice.
In case, there is any change of address, the candidates are advised to promptly intimate directly to the Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters.
These results will also be available on the UPSC website at http://www.upsc.gov.in. However, marks of the candidates will be available on the website after completion of its complete process i.e. after declaration of final result of Officers’ Training Academy  for Combined Defence Services Examination , 2019.
For any further information, the candidates may contact Facilitation Counter near Gate ‘C’ of the Commission’s Office, either in person or on telephone Nos.011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 between 10:00 hours and 17:00 hours on any working day.
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister greets Tripura on its Statehood Day
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today greeted the people of the state of Tripura on the occasion of its statehood day.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “We are proud of Tripura’s exemplary traditions and contribution to national development. It’s people are known for their industrious nature. I pray for the continued prosperity and well-being of Tripura’s citizens.”
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays homage to police personnel martyred in the line of duty on Police Commemoration Day
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid homage to all those police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"On Police Commemoration Day, I would like to acknowledge the outstanding efforts by our police forces in preserving law and order, and assisting others in times of need. I pay homage to all those police personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty."
Ministry of Finance
Centre releases two installments of tax devolution to State Governments amounting to Rs. 95,082 crore as against normal monthly devolution of Rs. 47,541 crore
Rs. 95,082 crore of Tax devolution to strengthen fiscal space of States
As promised by Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman after the virtual meeting with Chief Ministers, State Finance Ministers, and Lt. Governors of UTs to step up investment, infrastructure, and growth on 15th November 2021, the Government of India has released two installments of tax devolution to State Governments amounting to Rs. 95,082 Crores on 22nd November 2021, as against normal monthly devolution of Rs. 47,541 Crores.
State-wise breakup of amounts released given below in the table:
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Sl. No.
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State
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Amount released

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1
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Andhra Pradesh
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3847.96
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2
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Arunachal Pradesh
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1670.58
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3
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Assam
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2974.16
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4
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Bihar
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9563.30
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5
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Chhattisgarh
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3239.54
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6
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Goa
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367.02
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7
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Gujarat
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3306.94
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8
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Haryana
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1039.24
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9
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Himachal Pradesh
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789.16
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10
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Jharkhand
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3144.34
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11
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Karnataka
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3467.62
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12
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Kerala
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1830.38
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13
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Madhya Pradesh
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7463.92
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14
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Maharashtra
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6006.30
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15
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Manipur
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680.80
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16
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Meghalaya
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729.28
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17
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Mizoram
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475.42
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18
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Nagaland
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541.02
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19
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Odisha
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4305.32
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20
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Punjab
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1718.16
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21
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Rajasthan
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5729.64
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22
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Sikkim
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368.94
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23
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Tamil Nadu
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3878.38
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24
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Telangana
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1998.62
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25
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Tripura
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673.32
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26
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Uttar Pradesh
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17056.66
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27
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Uttarakhand
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1063.02
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28
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West Bengal
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7152.96
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TOTAL
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95,082.00
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State-wise distribution of Net Proceeds of Union Taxes and Duties for November 2021
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke 
Under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke  launched in 2010 as part of National Health Mission , the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare provides technical and financial support to the States/UTs based on the proposals received from the States/UTs and subject to the resource envelope. The programme focuses on strengthening infrastructure, human resource development, health promotion & awareness generation for prevention, early diagnosis, management and referral to an appropriate level of healthcare facility for treatment of the Non-Communicable Diseases .
The total fund provided to States/UTs, in NPCDCS Program under Flexible Pool for Non-Communicable Diseases programme  under NHM during 2021-22 is Rs. 56118.07 Lakhs.
Under NPCDCS, 677 NCD clinics at District level, 187 District Cardiac Care Units, 266 District Day Care Centres and 5392 NCD clinics at Community Health Centre level has been set up to ensure the treatment of common NCDs.
A population-based initiative for prevention, control and screening for common Non-Communicable Diseases  i.e. diabetes, hypertension and common cancers has been rolled out in the country under NHM and also as a part of Comprehensive Primary Health Care. Under the initiative, persons more than 30 years of age are targeted for their screening for the common NCDs. Screening of these common NCDs is an integral part of service delivery under Ayushman Bharat – Health and Wellness Centres.
Preventive aspect of Cancer is strengthened under Comprehensive Primary Health Care through Ayushman Bharat Health Wellness Centre scheme, by promotion of wellness activities and targeted communication at the community level. Other initiatives for increasing public awareness about Cancer and for promotion of healthy lifestyle includes observation of National Cancer Awareness Day, World Cancer Day and use of print, electronic and social media for continued community awareness. Furthermore, healthy eating is also promoted through FSSAI. Fit India movement is implemented by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, and various Yoga related activities are carried out by Ministry of AYUSH. In addition, NPCDCS gives financial support under NHM for awareness generation  activities for Cancer to be undertaken by the States/UTs as per their Programme Implementation Plans .
The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar stated this in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Special Service and Features
BSNL Customer Service Centres will function from 10.00 to 13.00 hrs
Due to the fast spread of COVID -19 2nd wave in Chennai and adjoining districts and the stringent lockdown conditions enforced by Tamil Nadu Government, BSNL Chennai Circle has made some modifications of staffing arrangements in its operational and administrative units. Consequently Customer Service Centres will function from 10.00 to 13.00 hrs from
03-05-2021 until further notice. CGM, BSNL Chennai Circle requests BSNL customers to avail online modes for BSNL services and to pay their landline, broadband and Mobile Postpaid bills using our digital platform. Every effort is being made to ensure that uninterrupted and fault free services are extended to our customers despite the fast spread of COVID and stringent lockdown conditions, according to a press release issued by the DGM , BSNL, Chennai Telephones.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
National Commission for Backward Classes  Bill, 2017 Passed in Parliament
National Commission for Backward Classes  Bill, 2017 is passed by Rajya Sabha today. Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot today moved in Rajya Sabha the Constitution  Bill, 2017 and the further Amendments made by the Lok Sabha. This Amendment Bill is to repeal the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993 as passed by the Lok Sabha.
The Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha with an Amendment  at its sitting held on 31st July, 2017 and transmitted to the Lok Sabha for its concurrence. The Lok Sabha passed the Bill with alternate amendments and further amendments at its sitting held on 2nd August, 2018.